News in Telford, Shropshire
Councillor Stephen Burrell pictured at the Sambrook junction of the A41. Picture: Cllr Stephen Burrell
As a row over the ruling out of average speed cameras on a major Shropshire A-road rumbles on the county’s…
Read moreNow the council has set a date of December 4 this year, when its ruling Labour cabinet is set to make what it calls key decisions on both the housing strategy and on new moves in the market for HMOs.
In other council areas, such as Walsall and Birmingham, Article 4 directions (A4D) mean that homeowners who want to convert houses into HMOs for up to six tenants lose permitted development rights and have to apply for planning permission.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council is reminding residents to check who they trust with their rubbish after a fly-tip was discovered on Madeley Pit Mound earlier this month.
A householder who uses an unlicensed carrier can receive a fixed penalty notice of up to £600 if their waste is subsequently fly-tipped.
Read moreThe Wrekin Giant pub has welcomed customers back after a refurbishment that cost a six-figure sum. Located in Southwater Square, the Hungry Horse pub has new furniture, lighting, and décor.
To celebrate the reopening, the pub invited the mental health group Primal Instincts to cut the ribbon. The group, founded in 2023, gives men safe spaces to discuss their mental health. The pub also made a donation to the group to support its community efforts.
Read moreA 15-year labour of love by a group of Shropshire classic car enthusiasts to restore a 1965 Triumph Spitfire sports car has reached the finish line.
The Shropshire Spitfire will be auctioned at the Practical Classics Restoration Show at the NEC, Birmingham next March to raise much needed money for the Severn Hospice, located in both Shrewsbury and Telford.
Read moreFollowing hot on the heels of the closure of Bodycare, Savers is about to open a brand new store at Telford Shopping Centre.
Read morePrevious plans to convert The Poplars at Wellington Road, Donnington, into a 10-bed HMO were withdrawn to be replaced by a new proposal with two fewer beds.
Two residents in Wellington Road have already objected to the new plan which is out for a period of public consultation by Telford & Wrekin Council.
Read moreA HUGE selection of brand new gifts, sofas, guitars, chairs and Christmas trees…
Read moreVolunteers with Allscott Sports and Social Club have applied to Telford & Wrekin Council to install a three-lane cricket training facility and a non-turf cricket pitch at its site in Shawbirch Road.
The application said that a range of sporting and social activities take place at the club including football, bowls and cricket.
Read moreMore robust security fences are planned at a council-owned solar farm in Telford which has suffered ‘criminal damage’, preventing the array generating electricity.
Read moreTelford shoppers are getting a brand-new Lidl just in time for Christmas, as the discount supermarket confirms its opening date. The new store on Rock Road will open its doors for the first time on Thursday, 27th November.
Read moreKick off Christmas in style at Dobbies Garden Centre Telford with Santa’s Arrival, a free-to-attend event taking place on Sunday 23 November at 11am. Families and friends are invited to join in the fun and create unforgettable memories as Santa makes his grand entrance for the start of the festive events season.
Read moreA man has been handed a 15-year custodial sentence for raping a woman in Telford after the 20-year-old presented himself at Malinsgate Police Station in January 2025 and confessed to the crimes.
Read moreGovernment ministers – and victims – could step in to try to block the possible second prison release of one of the ringleaders of a notorious Telford grooming gang, it has been confirmed.
Read moreA man has been given a six month custodial sentence for theft and assaulting shop workers in Greggs and Tesco Express.
Read moreA major broadcaster is looking for people in Telford to take part in an exciting new TV series that helps households tackle their clutter – and could uncover hidden treasures worth a fortune.
Do you live with a partner, sibling, parent, or housemate whose belongings have taken over your space? Or do they have a collection that’s gotten out of hand?
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Councillor Steve Reynolds, Mayor of Oakengates, Ersin Karakulah, Faruk Yuksel and Councillor Ollie Vickers outside Ephesus in Market Street, Oakengates.
Ephesus Pizza & Grill, which was previously located on Limes Walk, has relocated to 43 Market Street as regeneration continues. The move was supported by Telford & Wrekin Council as part of the Theatre Quarter investment project.
Read moreIt’s good news for the residents of Allscot Meads who are currently without a local shop.
At last weeks Wrockwardine Parish Council meeting, the chair informed the councillors that the promised One Stop convenience store had cancelled their plans to open a new store.
Read moreThe maintenance of a community orchard at the top of Ringers Lane in Admaston, Telford is uncertain following a meeting of Wrockwardine Parish Council last week.
The uncertainty stems from the recently announced boundary review, which will see the site fall under the control of Wellington Town Council in 2027.
Read moreOn Saturday, West Mercia Police were spotted in Barn Close, Donnington after members of the public reported suspicious activity.
Read moreThe latest animal sensation sweeping Britain is taking the internet by storm, with Highland cows replacing cats and alpacas as social media favourites. Now, thanks to the brand WonderDays, the public can get up close and personal with these countryside stars through a Highland Cow Cuddling Experience near Telford.
Read moreRail operators West Midlands Railway (WMR) and London Northwestern Railway (LNR) have reported a huge jump in passenger numbers following the publication of official industry figures.
West Midlands Railway operate regular services through Telford.
Read moreGreat Dawley Town Council is once again spreading Christmas cheer across Dawley, Malinslee and Dawley Bank, with a packed programme of affordable events for the whole family, running throughout November and December.
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Laila-Mae Bradley is currently studying for her T-level health qualification, and is hoping to become a
midwife.
Laila-Mae Bradley is among more than 400 talented apprentices and students to qualify for the national WorldSkills finals, which will be held in south Wales from November 25-28.
She is currently studying for her T-level health qualification, and is hoping to become a midwife.
Read moreIrish pop superstars Westlife are bringing their landmark 25th anniversary concert to the big screen this November – with screenings taking place at Wellington Orbit in Telford.
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Councillor Steve Bentley going 'nuclear' at Telford & Wrekin Council. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council
Great British Energy this week announced that Wylfa on Anglesey has been selected as the site for the UK’s first Small Modular Reactor.
Councillor Bentley told the full council on Thursday that SMR’s take up 18 times less space than solar panels.
Read moreThe Wharfage is closed to vehicles in preparation for the expected peak on Monday afternoon, which could see river levels rise to between 5.0m and 5.6m.
Businesses are open.
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Councillor Jenny Urey speaking at the full Telford & Wrekin Council. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council
Councillors have had enough of irresponsible dog owners in Telford & Wrekin but there is concern that there aren’t enough people to enforce the rules.
The full Telford & Wrekin Council got behind a motion calling for the enforcement of a ‘dogs on leads’ policy on agreed designated public areas and highways.
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Authentic, focused and engaging, it's difficult not to warm to him, hard not to admire him and impossible to ignore him.
With over 60 bouts under his belt, 18 year old Mustpaha Mbye is an emerging boxer in Telford. He loves to fight but he swapped the streets for the ring and is making waves in the UK amateur scene.
Mbye explains how his determination and persistence paid off in his search for sponsorship and how his sparring with a world champion went. He pays tribute to those who support him and talks about those who he left behind.
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Chair's vote number one. Councillor Stephen Reynolds vote makes it a 5-5 tie. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council
Committee members had been deeply divided on how to proceed on the plan for a property in Bridle Walk, Donnington, after the developer and his agent turned up late to Wednesday’s meeting and missed their slot to speak.
Read moreThe amount of money residents pay a parish council was under review at a recent meeting of Wrockwardine Parish Council.
There were proposals on the table to implement either a 10% reduction in the precept, or to keep it the same as last year.
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Liza Davies, a 43-year-old mother and makeup artist is facing an aggressive recurrence of breast cancer.
A fundraising campaign for Telford Mum of of four hits £10,000 and a lifesaving trip to Germany is in reach.
Thousands of pounds have been raised for Liza Davies, a 43-year-old mother and makeup artist, who is facing an aggressive recurrence of breast cancer and urgently needs to travel abroad for revolutionary treatment.
Read moreJonathan Beatty-Thomas, aged 36, of Willowfield in Telford, was charged with four counts of theft, two counts of assault and a public order offence.
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L-R Shailesh Solanki, Julie Kaur, Iryna Shevchenko of Philip Morris LTD, Kalpesh Solanki.
Pic: Asian Trader
Julie Kaur, who runs the Premier Jules store in Telford, has won the Businesswoman of the Year 2025 award at the prestigious Asian Trader Awards ceremony held in London on November 5.
A serial fundraiser, amassing over £40,000 for charity over the years, for charities like Hope House, Severn Hospice, Cancer Research UK, Alzheimer’s Research, Age UK, and Shrewsbury Newport Canals Trust.
Read moreA handfull of trees that fell on roads were quickly swept away by council teams, although some that have fallen on the Silkin Way through the town park, have forced organisers to cancel this mornings planned Park Run
Read moreThe Craft and Makers Market that launched its Telford event at the Mercure Hotel, Telford Town Centre last month attracting over 3000 visitors is returning to Telford this Sunday with their Festive themed Christmas Gift Special.
The event that hosts over 80 stall holders showcasing their hand made crafted items is completely free to visit and is open from 10am – 3pm.
Read moreThe council leader has written to the Justice Secretary and the Parole Board to oppose the early release of notorious Telford Grooming Gang member, Ahdel Ali.
Councillors voted cross party to support the final motion during a debate at the full Telford & Wrekin Council on Thursday.
Read moreOfficers have teamed up with Boots to tackle shoplifting in Telford by marking perfume testers with Smartwater.
The initiative sees officers providing Boots on the Forge Retail Park and in Telford Centre with a Smartwater kit to mark perfume testers using an invisible but forensically traceable liquid.
Read morePlanning enforcement officers are ‘investigating’ after construction work appears to have begun at the site of a new Aldi in Telford before developers had received approval over how to deal with an old mine shaft, it has emerged.
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Hadley Park House Hotel staff celebrating their win at the West Midlands regional Wedding Industry Awards
An independently owned four-star hotel, more used to hosting and celebrating with couples getting married, was celebrating itself this week after picking up a prestigious award.
Hadley Park House Hotel was named Wedding Venue (Hotel) of the Year for the West Midlands in the 2025 Wedding Industry Awards at a glittering awards ceremony on Monday night.
Read moreAt a meeting of Wrockwardine Parish Council this week, members were told by the clerk that the supplier of electricity for street lights had gone out of business.
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Aerial picture of the site identified for affordable bungalows in New Works, Telford. Picture: Google Maps
Veolia proposes the development of four affordable self-build bungalows which would ‘benefit both the company and the local community’.
The site is recorded as a former open cast coal and clay site which was given permission to be used as a tip for waste materials in 1979.
Read moreAs you know we’re not one for ‘snowmageddon’ stories but it does look like the will be some heavy rain and strong winds across the area tomorrow, Friday 14th.
On the positive side – no snow is forecast.
Read moreTheir next challenge is a home fixture against the Northamptonshire Titans.
The game takes place at the Telford College Arena this Saturday, 15th November. Doors open at 15:30 with tip-off scheduled for 4:00 pm.
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Amelia, Mum Jayne holding the winning flag with Councillor Lee Carter and Councillor Angela McClements
During a two-week online poll, more than 4,000 votes were cast, with 9 year old Amelia’s design scooping up the most support.
Amelia’s design will be raised on the flagpole at Southwater Square as part of the Telford Day celebrations on Saturday 29 November.
Read moreEmergency services were called to the Much Wenlock Road in Buildwas this morning following a head-on collision between a car and a van.
Read moreThe separate by-elections in St Georges, Wellington and Oakengates will be held on November 20, with Labour, the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats fielding candidates in all three seats.
Reform UK and the Green Party will be standing in two of the three seats while an ‘Oakengates Independent Resident’ is also in the running.
Read moreThe government have chosen to scrap the role of Police and crime commissioners across the country, including West Mercia, the one covering Telford.
The idea is to save money, and allow an extra £20m to bolster front line policing annually.
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Pictured at the topping out ceremony are, from left: Jeannine Le Long-McKean, sales counsellor at Sundew Court; Councillor Bill Harper, deputy mayor of Newport Town Council; Karen Woodcock, chairman of Newport Chamber of Commerce; Chris Walker, McPhillips director; Scott Orr, CEO of Untold Living; and Hanan Moody, sales counsellor.
The £20m development comprises a bistro, bar and an array of other amenities alongside 61 apartments and 16 bungalows.
Read morePeople in Telford who are making money from Christmas crafts, seasonal market stalls, or selling other festive items are being urged to check if they need to tell HMRC about their earnings.
Side hustlers selling festive items need to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) online if their earnings exceed £1,000 a year.
Read moreThe Christmas Market at Apley Farm Shop will be bigger and better than ever on November 22 and 23 and there will also be the opportunity to meet Santa in his grotto or have breakfast with him on other dates throughout the next two months.
Read moreA second urgent works enforcement notice has been slapped on a dilapidated historic hotel in Newport.
It is the third enforcement notice relating to the Grade II-listed Royal Victoria Hotel, in St Mary’s Street, since a complaint was recorded by Telford & Wrekin Council in January 2020.
Read moreTelford-based Lovemark Care Ltd has lodged a planning application with Telford & Wrekin Council to be able to use the property in Hadley as a residential institution for up to two young people aged 16 to 25.
Planning agent Malm Consulting has provided information about parking arrangements following a request from the council for more information about use of the three-bedroom terraced house in Marlborough Road.
Read moreDetectives investigating an attempted murder in Telford have released an image of a man they would like to trace.
Read moreAge UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin, is encouraging older people across the county to stay warm, well, and energy smart this winter.
Read moreFinance chiefs at Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals NHS Trust say they have planned for ‘unexpected’ costs and it remains on track overall to deliver its financial plan by March 2026.
Read moreResidents living near a Telford rubbish site have been given an early warning of a ‘temporary’ increase in smells later…
Read moreLocal health partners have joined forces with contractors at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) to provide sessions and check-ups as part of a “High-Vis Health” scheme.
The scheme for construction workers involves monthly talks on a range of healthcare topics, including mental health, respiratory illness, smoking prevention and sexual health. By taking services to where people are, partners are breaking down barriers and helping more people get the support they need sooner.
Read moreThe ‘last straw’ for the top official at Hadley and Leegomery Parish Council happened after her council’s chairman was accused on Facebook of being on her phone at a Remembrance cenotaph.
The councillor has said she was ‘misrepresented’ while putting her phone away and turning it off in preparation for the service.
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